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Picking up a 2014 Silverado 1500 CC SB 4x4 this week. It has the stock 20s and I'm putting 275/65s toyo mts on it. Would like it to have a slight rake. 2.25" will get me there? 2.5" would be completely level right?

 

I just got the Rough Country 2.5 level (w/ rear blocks) installed yesterday still on stock 275/55/20s. Measurements from the bottom of the fender well to the ground before the install were:

 

FRONT REAR

D & P - 36 1/2" D - 39 1/2"

P - 39 3/4"

 

AFTER

 

FRONT REAR

D & P - 39" D - 40 1/2"

P - 40 3/4"

 

I might switch back to the factory 1" blocks to get it closer to level. I wanted a slight rake but 1.5" is to much for me. I'll post pics tomorrow.

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So i put my RC 2" level kit and Toyo 295/55/20's on this weekend. Install was simple, just like on my 2011. It definitely helps to have an extra set of hands when wedging that spacer in there. 295/

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Thanks. Here is one more from yesterday. Considering we're getting 8-10 inches of rain the next two days, I won't be taking any better pics soon.  

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Mine is finally done! After months of research I went with the RC 2.5" level kit front only, stock rear block. 20"x9" Fuel Nutz w/ +1 offset, 33x12.50x20 Toyo M/T tires. No rubbing, No trimming, yet a

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That sounds about right. Get measurements because every truck sits a bit different. My leveling kit raised the truck exactly what it said.

 

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I was thinking of leaving the stock rear blocks and adding the 2.25" up front in hopes of having a slight rake of 1" or less up front.

Yup...That should leave ya with 3/4"-1" of rake with a 2.25 level.

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Hey YQ Atari yes I have shock extensions, my accessory and dealer told me I would need them. Having said that I'm not sure how to post pics but she's all done. Put 305 50 20 cooper ltz tires on oem crome rims(20"). Ride Is a little stiffer on front end but good on back end,. Towed my boat the other day 17.5 tracker and pulled like a dream with a level stance. Very happy with outcome.

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I put my 2" inch the front today still has some rake but it's how I want it. Now I'll sell my blocks for the rear and half inch spacer in the front

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Ya I still haven't got the pic posting thing down. Plus I'm too drunk tonight too even try.

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Rough Country 2.5 kit with 34" Toyo Open Country M/T (275/65/20)
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I see you went with the MT instead of AT. What made you change your mind?

 

Looks nice. Perfect setup IMO.

 

Thanks. I was sold on the aggressive look of the M/T. I'm glad I went with the 34 inch tall tire over the 33's, slight rub at full lock but nothing that requires immediate trimming.

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Tx AT, what do your wheel wells measure now? Completely level? Did you replace the rear blocks as well? Truck looks great.

A little over an inch from my last measurements. Still not level but i think i can get used to it. Yes, i replaced the rear blocks with the ones from the kit. I'll try to get exact numbers later. Thanks

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Rough Country 2.5 kit with 34" Toyo Open Country M/T (275/65/20)

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how much do the tires stick out from the side of the wheel well? bought 33" toyo mt's, same exact truck.

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Anyone running 325/60r18 (33.3"x13") tires with 18x9 wheel (+20 offset 5.75" backspace) on a front only level kit?

 

I figure it's a long shot, but anyone think that would work without rubbing?

 

Love the way those tires look, I'm sure it'd be fine height wise but 13" is a wide tire.

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